Tasty 5-Minute Prep Dinner - Make a Smothered Chicken Dinner For The Whole Family to Enjoy

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken is lower in fat; chicken thighs are often cheaper than breasts.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious; all-purpose flour is usually less expensive.

Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.

In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Brown the chicken pieces on both sides, then remove and set aside.

In the same skillet, add butter, onions, and garlic; sauté until softened.

Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir to create a roux.

Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth and thickened.

Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low.

Simmer for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Serve hot, spooning gravy over the chicken.

Cooking Techniques

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